Be sure to allow 1 4 in.
Installing vinyl siding on gable ends.
To finish off the front gable of this brick ranch style house a vinyl product from crane performance siding was used that is made to resemble individually applied cedar shakes.
Nail the trim loosely through the nailing hem to allow for expansion and contraction.
Finally caulk all trim where it meets doors windows.
The panels are exceptionally rigid and lock together tightly to provide a realistic appearance.
Expansion gap between siding and gable end j channel and 3 8 in.
Install j channel trim running up the gable end where the roof s soffit meets the exterior wall.
Vinyl soffit and fascia installation guide use the following instructions for vinyl soffit and fascial installation.